Levi Ski Resort
Levi Ski Resort
4.4
Biking TrailsZipline & Aerial Adventure ParksEquipment HireSki & Snowboard AreasCross-country Ski Areas
10:00 - 18:00
Monday
10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 18:00
Thursday
10:00 - 18:00
Friday
10:00 - 18:00
Saturday
10:00 - 18:00
Sunday
10:00 - 18:00
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Levi Ski esort is located in the western Lapland, in the middle of pure nature and large wilderness areas. Levi Ski Resort is the most popular and fast-growing sport resort in Finland. Alpine World Cup Race is arranged every November. The first snowflakes usually fall in October-November and the skiing season continues until early-May. With 44 slopes, 26 lifts, and more than 200 km of cross-country trails, Levi offers the skiers the best there is. There are different types of slopes and skiing tracks that offer possibility to enjoy skiing for both beginners and more experienced skiers. The most challenging and well-assorted South Park in Finland for snowboarders and freestyle enthusiasts is situated in Levi. The international ski school offers lessons and courses for all skill levels. There are also two rentals and shops.
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Pam B
New Mills, UK260 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
Love Levi as a ski resort, lift passes and ski hire are a fraction of the cost of the traditional European resorts, decent size ski are, good infrastructure, plenty of restaurants/bars and toilets dotted over the mountain. Well groomed pistes and guaranteed snow. No queues and generally quiet.
Early in the season a lot of the slopes aren’t open though because they have no floodlights and there’s not enough daylight, so after a few days you do find yourself on the same slopes over and over again, and getting back to zero point is horrible as the only way is on a horrible flat green where you end up poking/walking half of it, or you have to catch the bus (which costs €4 a day!) which is why it gets 4 stars not 5z
Can’t comment on apre ski, I’m usually too tired to doing anything but have dinner and then go to bed.
Like all Nordic resorts it’s not cheap for food or drink, but you can get half board at hotels even if you are staying in cabins.
Early in the season a lot of the slopes aren’t open though because they have no floodlights and there’s not enough daylight, so after a few days you do find yourself on the same slopes over and over again, and getting back to zero point is horrible as the only way is on a horrible flat green where you end up poking/walking half of it, or you have to catch the bus (which costs €4 a day!) which is why it gets 4 stars not 5z
Can’t comment on apre ski, I’m usually too tired to doing anything but have dinner and then go to bed.
Like all Nordic resorts it’s not cheap for food or drink, but you can get half board at hotels even if you are staying in cabins.
Written 4 February 2025
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Beer Traveller
Novo Mesto, Slovenia540 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
A very nice ski resort in Lapland. Ski pass prices are cheaper than France, Italy, Austria and on par with some other European resorts which offer much less ski runs and lifts. We visited during the Finnish school holiday season, but experienced no crowds in the Front or West slopes, only South slopes were a bit more full, though waiting still wasn't long - nothing compared to our ski lifts. Most of the slopes are red courses (intermediate) with some blue/beginner (south slopes) and a couple of black (World Cup slopes). No problem with snow, plenty of it up there, night skiing as well possible. All in all, we had two great, full days of skiing.
Written 23 February 2025
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Adgapa
Caracas1,016 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
In autumn the experience is totally different but climbing the cable car and seeing the views from above is very worth it. Upstairs you can take a very nice walk with 360 views. Downstairs is a buffet restaurant and upstairs a small cafe.
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Written 8 September 2024
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MoiRenee
Los Angeles, CA52 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
We booked private ski lessons for a family of 3 beginners at South Point. The lesson was 1.5 hours and I didn’t think it was that good. Our child has had ski lessons in a few other ski resorts, always with international teachers, always very warm. The teacher we had here was not warm at all. I understand there are some cultural differences at play but for a young child to enjoy something there does need to be some level of warmth and friendliness from the teacher for the child to be comfortable.
Leevilandia was a nice way to warm up and take a break and I appreciated that it was right there though I didn’t love that the kids are playing underneath an out of service gondola.
All in all this was a disappointment and we would not come back. We would come back to Levi but not for ski lessons.
Leevilandia was a nice way to warm up and take a break and I appreciated that it was right there though I didn’t love that the kids are playing underneath an out of service gondola.
All in all this was a disappointment and we would not come back. We would come back to Levi but not for ski lessons.
Written 1 January 2025
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Petteri S
1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Couples
Went in December 2024 and the experience is a total scam.
Trust me, don't go there and just go to the Alps instead. You'll end up spending much less money and getting much more in return.
Levi claims that there are several slopes "open", but you cannot get to the slopes because the lifts are closed and you're not allowed to walk to the slopes either. They completely misrepresent the extent of the runs that are open and then just tell you there's nothing they can do about it when you complain.
The lift pass is more expensive than in the Alps (around 200e for 4 days) and the lift pass doesn't include ski rental (around 120e for 4 days), the fee for the bus to the other slopes (which you need to use all the time, because the connecting slopes are closed - around 10e for 4 days), fee for the physical lift card (around 10e), or the fee for leaving your skis at the ski rental shop over night (50e for 4 days).
All in all, you'll end up paying way more than you do at the Alps for an experience that is around 5-10% of the experience that the Alps offer.
There are literally no piste maps or signs anywhere (probably to prevent people realising that the vast majority of the slopes are actually closed even though they are marketed as being open).
There was moderate wind and Levi decided to close half of the few lifts that were actually open meaning that the skiing was then limited to 2 reds and 1 green for the whole resort.
Levi also marks several of the runs as separate runs to give you the illusion that there are more slopes than there actually are. The front slopes are max 2 slopes (one of which is always reserved for slalem training), but they're marketed as 4 separate runs.
The ski bus isn't a real ski bus and the routes are super confusing to understand even for Finnish people. On top of that, there are no signs of where you are and the drivers don't say anything so you'll end up missing a lot of the stops because you have no idea where you are and where you should be getting off.
Staff are just straight up lazy and rude and do not care about the customers' experience at all.
Trust me, don't go there and just go to the Alps instead. You'll end up spending much less money and getting much more in return.
Levi claims that there are several slopes "open", but you cannot get to the slopes because the lifts are closed and you're not allowed to walk to the slopes either. They completely misrepresent the extent of the runs that are open and then just tell you there's nothing they can do about it when you complain.
The lift pass is more expensive than in the Alps (around 200e for 4 days) and the lift pass doesn't include ski rental (around 120e for 4 days), the fee for the bus to the other slopes (which you need to use all the time, because the connecting slopes are closed - around 10e for 4 days), fee for the physical lift card (around 10e), or the fee for leaving your skis at the ski rental shop over night (50e for 4 days).
All in all, you'll end up paying way more than you do at the Alps for an experience that is around 5-10% of the experience that the Alps offer.
There are literally no piste maps or signs anywhere (probably to prevent people realising that the vast majority of the slopes are actually closed even though they are marketed as being open).
There was moderate wind and Levi decided to close half of the few lifts that were actually open meaning that the skiing was then limited to 2 reds and 1 green for the whole resort.
Levi also marks several of the runs as separate runs to give you the illusion that there are more slopes than there actually are. The front slopes are max 2 slopes (one of which is always reserved for slalem training), but they're marketed as 4 separate runs.
The ski bus isn't a real ski bus and the routes are super confusing to understand even for Finnish people. On top of that, there are no signs of where you are and the drivers don't say anything so you'll end up missing a lot of the stops because you have no idea where you are and where you should be getting off.
Staff are just straight up lazy and rude and do not care about the customers' experience at all.
Written 7 December 2024
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TestLos D
Husum, Germany5 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
Despite full ski pass price exactly 3 of 27 gondolas were open! Also, only 3 of 44 slopes were open, of which 1 was completely closed and 1 was closed until noon for trainings of slalom skiers.
On the last day, they actually made the only available slope inaccessible because 5 snow cannons blew up yellow damp snow!
The only good thing was the long opening hours from 10am to 7pm.
But how to charge the full price for such a range of slopes is not in my head.
On the last day, they actually made the only available slope inaccessible because 5 snow cannons blew up yellow damp snow!
The only good thing was the long opening hours from 10am to 7pm.
But how to charge the full price for such a range of slopes is not in my head.
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Written 23 November 2024
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Tamara Z
2 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a wonderful resort: comfortable well-groomed slopes, many elevators, enough information - everything is at the highest level. The resort is great for families and beginners.
But…
During the return of the rental skis, the seller said that the surface of the skis was scratched and demanded a fee in the amount of a third of the rental price. I am an elderly man, I skied very carefully and only on the snow, I took not the skis into the city and could not scratch them in any way. It became clear why, when issuing, the seller suggested that I make sure that the surface of the skis was intact: it means that the sellers know in advance that scratches will be visible on the surface, which are hidden by grinding before issuing. It looks like the store has found a way to generate extra income.
It is a pity that a good impression was spoiled.
But…
During the return of the rental skis, the seller said that the surface of the skis was scratched and demanded a fee in the amount of a third of the rental price. I am an elderly man, I skied very carefully and only on the snow, I took not the skis into the city and could not scratch them in any way. It became clear why, when issuing, the seller suggested that I make sure that the surface of the skis was intact: it means that the sellers know in advance that scratches will be visible on the surface, which are hidden by grinding before issuing. It looks like the store has found a way to generate extra income.
It is a pity that a good impression was spoiled.
Written 21 March 2023
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Antony B
6 contributions
Dec 2022
Was impressed with the slopes, and also the Levi ski app which was very good.
Majority of our stay the gondola wasn't running so we got the bus to the south slope which was free there but had to pay coming back, the first time we did this I tried to buy the ticket for €3 for the day but was told its ok the bus is free, when we tried to return to Zero point the bus driver was very aggressive insisting we payoff the return which was €4 for a single journey. When we questioned this the next day the lady apologised and said that as there is a route over the top (although I presume the reason the gondola was off was because the visibility was none existence which we found out one day) back it wasn't free on our return so she allowed me to purchase the €3 day pass. On our return another couple were having the same conversation with a different bus driver so it seems a common occurrence and the sceptic in me thinks they must make a good amount by shutting the gondola down and getting the people to the south slope to pay €4 to return.
Majority of our stay the gondola wasn't running so we got the bus to the south slope which was free there but had to pay coming back, the first time we did this I tried to buy the ticket for €3 for the day but was told its ok the bus is free, when we tried to return to Zero point the bus driver was very aggressive insisting we payoff the return which was €4 for a single journey. When we questioned this the next day the lady apologised and said that as there is a route over the top (although I presume the reason the gondola was off was because the visibility was none existence which we found out one day) back it wasn't free on our return so she allowed me to purchase the €3 day pass. On our return another couple were having the same conversation with a different bus driver so it seems a common occurrence and the sceptic in me thinks they must make a good amount by shutting the gondola down and getting the people to the south slope to pay €4 to return.
Written 8 January 2023
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Hi, thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed our slopes and Levi Resort App!
We are sorry to hear you were not 100% satisfied with us, and that the use of the Ski bus has been unclear. Basically, there is a charge for using the ski bus, so you have done the right thing by trying to buy a ticket. Our customer service staff must have meant well when told you that you do not need a ticket at that moment. If the lifts have had to be closed, for example, due to wind so that you cannot ski to the other side of the center, then you can use the ski bus free of charge to the next stop, from where you can continue your journey by skiing. Immediately after the lifts are opened, the ski buses are paid as usual according to the normal price list. According to the price list, the ski bus sells only one-way tickets (4€), and from the ski pass office, it's possible to buy a 1-day area ticket for 4 euros or with a valid ski lift pass for 3 euros.
As a ski resort, we naturally want to offer our customers the best possible skiing experience, so we will open the lifts as soon as possible, and situations can sometimes change very quickly. Thank you for your feedback, we will use this to improve our services further. Hope to see you here again!
With regards,
Ella / Levi Ski Resort
Written 17 May 2023
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Daniel Gabi
Bern, Switzerland214 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
From mutliple starting points you can ski to every other point, but you have to plan how to come back. There are signs. There is also a bus that serves all starting points. Be prepared to cold temperatures and wind. I put one point less because it is not possible to give back the keycard and to receive back the "deposit". This is against common law in Europe.
Written 7 February 2024
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MafonDaniel
Cardiff, UK50 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
Wonderful winter wonderland, really unspoilt, lots of skiing, and winter sports tied to local cultures. Friendly populace, English spoken everywhere, mountain was safe if cold at -20C. Sirkka village is at the foot of the ski slopes and walkable end to end in 20 minutes but bustles regardless. Taxis readily available to the local Elf village and we even met Father Christmas despite being early January. And in its white coat and twilight the countryside is breathtakingly beautiful and eerie. Lots to do, slightly expensive for UK travellers but less so if you were from Switzerland. We’ve had a great time just doing the usual tourist trail, night horse ride, skidoos, snow shoeing, etc. but we’d come back for the skiing.
Written 6 January 2022
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Hi, thank you for your great review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Best regards, Essi / Levi Ski Resort
Written 14 April 2022
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Hello. Are the scenic lifts open in early January? Looking to take 3 kids under 10. Is there a way to get down without skiing?
Written 22 October 2023
edith m
Glasgow, United Kingdom
What supermarkets are in levi and is it cheaper in August
Written 19 March 2023
Hi! There are 3 supermarkets in Levi, more info you can find at Levi website underneath Info section.
Best regards, Levi Ski Resort
Written 9 May 2023
Does anyone know if there are lockers you can hire at the bottom of the slopes or near the Gondala.
Am landing tommorow so will be helpful as nothing on company's website or on Inghams
Thanks in advance
John
Written 28 January 2023
Yes there are lockers at both Zero Point and South Point. From memory they are quite expensive. We just used all the free sledges to pull ours home every night.
Written 29 January 2023
Hi,
Does anyone know how long the bus to Levi waits after the flight lands for transfer?
Written 1 February 2022
If you are flying into Kittala, it is a small airport. We were quick getting through Passport Control and claiming luggage then just got the tour operator's bus, probably not more than 40 mins after landing. It is a short transfer to Levi, 15-20 mins. Hope this helps.
Written 23 February 2022
Hi.
Looking into a trip January 30th next year.
But want to know a few things. We've read that a lot of the ski runs will be closed in Jan. Don't open until later in Feb. Also some apres ski bars are shut.
Is this true that some stuff is closed in January?
And is dark most of the time? So it'll be skiing under the lights majority of the time.
Thanks
Written 2 March 2021
Hi there!
Some of the apres-ski restaurants are closed at the moment due to the covid-19 restrictions. Part of our slopes don't have artificial lighting or snowmaking system and this is why part of the slopes open in February when we have enough natural snow and light. At the beginning of January, we don't have much light, however, at the end of January, we already have a couple of hours of light. So part of the day you will be skiing under the lights.
Warmly welcome to Levi!
Best regards, Essi / Levi Ski Resort
Written 24 March 2021
Hi i would like to ask about polar lights. Are they visible from hotel or do I need to take some tour to go out of the village? Is it a lively village for parties as well? Thank you
Written 11 January 2020
If you stay in the village the problem will be the city light. You don't need to take a tour but have to find a dark place outside of the village.
Written 11 January 2020
Hi there,
Does anyone know if 3 year olds are able to get ski lessons in Levi ? Maybe Private ? Son has had a few lessons already .
Thanks in advance
Written 30 December 2019
Hi, gemkat20!
Our Levi Ski School services are unfortunately from 4 yrs and up. Read more about the ski school and private lessons on levi.ski/skischool. However, we do offer all kinds of fun activities for families – learn more here: levi.ski/en/families.
Have a great stay at Levi!
Best wishes, Ella/Levi Ski Resort
Written 3 January 2020
Hi, I've booked to do a festive / Santa break in December with our 6 year daughter. Whilst we're there I'm keen to do a ski 'taster session' for her (and us - my husband and I have skied once before but it was a long time ago). Any suggestions on how we might do this - or would we just have to book a proper ski lesson for us all?
Thanks
Written 17 June 2019
Hi @GrandTour50619274427!
How great to hear you are coming to Levi! I recommend you to contact directly our ski school via skischool@levi.fi. They have the best knowledge of which courses are best for your family. Warmly welcome to Levi!
With regards,
Essi / Levi Ski Resort
Written 24 June 2019
Hi
We are arriving in Levi on 30th dec 2018 and departing on 6th jan 2019
We have already booked the learn to ski package with inghams . Does any one know which day the ski lessons start and finish? And if it’s in the morning?
Tia
Written 3 September 2018
Hi
I do not know if it is morning to start. I suppise it is. Try to google it and you get answers. Cross country skiing I think. You gonna like it 👍
Written 3 September 2018
I would like to know if you are open at 25 and 26th of December. Thank you
Written 14 April 2018
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